My Forward Unto Dawn Master Chief Build

[moderndaymarc]

Considering how much you altered the original pep file you used to make the torso, it does look quite incredible. Can't wait to see it painted up.

Wow, thanks Meatwad! Very kind words, I appreciate that a lot dude

 

[moderndaymarc]

Alright, got the two shins all pepped out! Did my usual thing of adding little details all over the piece with cardstock and foam. Only super annoying part of this file: IT'S 4 FLOATING PIECES!!! Took quite a while to glue the 4 separate pieces together and not have any contortion or mis-shaping of the piece. Here are some pics!!








Comments/criticisms/questions welcomed!

 

[Jme]

Wow, just, wow.


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[Jwinnicker]

Remember what I said Marc your FUD is literally the only good looking FUD I have ever seen. All other FUDs are completely inferior in every aspect. No pressure lol

 

[moderndaymarc]

Remember what I said Marc your FUD is literally the only good looking FUD I have ever seen. All other FUDs are completely inferior in every aspect. No pressure lol

lol thanks dude. Though, Firstpick's FUD is really bad ass, and he scratch built the whole damn thing, which is way hard than what I'm doing.



So anywho, here's a random update. Got the boots pepped out and details added. This one was kinda bad cuz once again there are multiple floating pieces. Which is actually good for the boot design when translated to physical boots, but proved very irritating when scaling and pepping. I pepped each three of the floating pieces to a different scale, and took multiple tries to get them to look the right proportion. Check it:





Also, improvised some foam pieces to resemble the "clips" that are in four places on each thigh:



these will obviously get painted.


And lastly. here are the forearms all done!! Black washed, dry brushed, and red detail pieces added:

 

[moderndaymarc]

Not much, but here's a small update. Got the back half way black washed and added red details and light diffusing plastic for the led strip. Check it:




Will have to take some more pics of the other progress I've been making on the helmet and thighs.

 

[Meatwad]

Man that looks good! Your weathering looks awesome. Can't wait to see more.

 

[Philthy Stache]

You know, a lot of builders sell themselves short when it comes to details and their own work. But your praise is truly earned. Many will simply take the files they get and pep at face value and seldom will go the extra mile for the small details. You have gone above and beyond a mere builder and have advanced to architect and you are inspiring others to to take their builds further as well.

Keep up the good work and the detailed updates.

And I know how it feels to start a build and have to put it on hold.

 

[moderndaymarc]

Wow, thank you, you guys. Your words are so flattering and very much appreciated. I didn't think any one would pay attention to this build, lol. But it inspires me to keep going and to finish it, as best as I can!!
With that being said, here's some more pics!!! Got the chest plate painted, weathered, and just finished the foam details on the center:









The foam details aren't perfect, but I'm fairly satisfied with them. Enjoy!

 

[Alueren]

Looking awesome dude

 

[FirstPick]

PUT IT ON

 

[rorywatts]

Everything looks perfect can't wait for it all to be finished

 

[Alueren]

Looking great dude

 

[WolfS117]

Nice paint job, its looking good!

 

[moderndaymarc]

PUT IT ON

Soon, dude, soon! Still have to attach the ab plate, and finish the led's

Everything looks perfect can't wait for it all to be finished

Perfect is way better than what I can produce, but thank you so much for the compliment! I can't wait for it to be finished either, hahaha.

Looking great dude

Thank you I appreciate the compliment.

Nice paint job, its looking good!

Thanks!! I've never attempted blackwash or dry brushing. Hopefully I'm doing these techniques justice.

 

[moderndaymarc]

Alright, little bitty update for you all. Boots are getting done with vigilance! Check it:

 

[Meatwad]

Very nice. Those boots are looking awesome man!

 

[TheJrACE]

Awesome work. Really making me want to give it a go, like right now at this moment. haha.

 

[moderndaymarc]

Awesome work. Really making me want to give it a go, like right now at this moment. haha.

Do it!! No better time than now!!


Here are a few pics of some progress from the last few days. Boots are primed, and shins are getting sanded down, bondo-ed, and tons more sanding lol. Check it:

 

[mzoy888]

i think details fix everything mine used to suck now mine just sucks a little! XD